Medical Terminology 61

A patient is admitted to the emergency room with symptoms of severe blood loss. The doctor notes that the prefix 'Hema' is used in the diagnosis. Based on this scenario, what does 'Hema' refer to?

• bad

• breakdown, destruction, or detachment – Example: dialysis

• blood

• medical history – part of the patient's medical record

A 45-year-old patient visits the clinic complaining of reddish discoloration in their urine for the past two days. The physician suspects a condition characterized by the presence of blood in the urine. What is the medical term for this finding?

• blood in the urine

• physician agrees to fees determined by the plan

• abdominal wall – laparoscopy

• infant during birth

During a medical examination, a doctor notes that a patient has 'hemiplegia.' Based on the prefix 'hemi,' what does this term indicate about the patient's condition?

• Paralysis affecting half of the body

• Paralysis due to poor nutrition

• Paralysis of the muscles only

• Paralysis caused by blood loss

A 45-year-old patient presents to the emergency department with a persistent cough and reports coughing up blood-tinged sputum for the past two days. What is the medical term for this symptom?

• study of – Example: biology

• low blood sugar – Endocrinologist (Diabetes)

• bloody vomit

• difficulty breathing, priority condition

A patient arrives at the emergency room with severe abdominal pain. The doctor suspects an issue with the patient's 'hepat/o'. Based on this information, which organ is most likely affected?

• liver

• half

• write the location of the incident on report

During a hospital accreditation review, a healthcare administrator mentions the importance of 'HI Tech' compliance. Which of the following best describes what 'HI Tech' refers to in this context?

• an agency that collects delinquent accounts – bill collection service

• doctor's specialty of medicine, Practitioner – Example: Pharmacist

• grid with blocked times when provider unavailable

• Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations

A medical office is implementing new electronic health record (EHR) software. During a staff meeting, the office manager reminds everyone about the importance of protecting patient information and mentions a federal law enacted in 1996 that sets standards for the security and confidentiality of health data. Which law is the office manager referring to?

• also called “a bill” – high priority to ensure bills are paid on time

• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act – 1996 -provides security and confidentiality of patient information

• muscle

• the location the CMAA goes to verify a patient’s insurance status and eligibility

You are treating a patient in a busy emergency room who is not responding to your verbal questions. You notice they are wearing a badge labeled 'HOH.' What steps should you take to effectively communicate with this patient, and what does 'HOH' stand for?

• Write the location of the incident on the report

• Hard of hearing – things you can do to help are: face the patient when speaking, eliminate background noise, move them to a quiet location, no facial hair or mask.

• Condition – Example: cyanosis

• Abdominal wall – laparoscopy

A 55-year-old patient presents to the clinic with persistent headaches and blurred vision. Upon examination, the nurse notes a blood pressure reading of 165/100 mmHg. The physician writes in the chart: "Monitor for complications of HTN." What does 'HTN' refer to in this context?

• hypertension – high blood pressure

• tumor – Example: lipoma, carcinoma – oncologist

• poor

• Materials Safety Data Sheet

A 45-year-old patient visits the clinic for a routine check-up. The doctor reviews the patient's 'HX' before proceeding with the examination. What does 'HX' refer to in this context?

• medical history – part of the patient’s medical record

• blood in the urine